MEMORIAL DAY MUSINGS
Today is the U.S. observation of Memorial Day (27 May 2024). This day is one of two holidays dedicated to those who have given military …
HOLIDAY
CHRISTMAS THOUGHTS
The Winter Solstice has passed recently. That means we can look ahead to three months of winter. While it may be a period of the …
GIVING THANKS – LOOKING HISTORICALLY
The United States recently celebrated a national day of Thanksgiving. This holiday in the U.S. has a history that goes back to the 1600’s. A …
A CONTEMPLATION OF INDEPENDENCE DAY
July 4, 2023…Independence Day…July 4, 1776…days of deep meaning and an opportunity for reflection. As someone who has spent the majority of my life studying …
MEMORIAL DAY IN THE USA
Memorial Day was begun as a time to reflect upon and honor the memory of military service personnel who have died in service, whether in …